A Pin, or a Lifestyle?

An organization called the Ten Commandments Commission has formed to “facilitate a broad-based, unified expression of our national commitment to God’s Commandments and His eternal authority,” according to an email from the group.

As part of their effort, they are calling “for Christians and Jews from around this nation and world” to celebrate Ten Commandments Day on February 6, “a day in which all who are concerned about maintaining God’s righteous standard join together in a massive and unified show of support.”

And for just $14.95, we can purchase “an attractive, dignified expression” of our “devotion to God’s standard of righteousness,” a gold-colored lapel pin. “God’s hand was on” the artist who designed this pin, according to one of the organization’s leaders, “because what he designed truly represents the glory and holiness of these divine laws.”

“Our vision,” says another organization leader, “is for everyone who honors God’s law and His righteous standard to proudly wear the Ten Commandments Pin and be a part of the Ten Commandments Day observance.”

This is no doubt a well-intentioned effort. But honoring the Ten Commandments involves a lot more than wearing a pin and attending a rally.

It requires changing how we think, speak and act.